Books off the Beaten Path: The Yarn Barn of Kansas List of Hidden Gems
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Susan and Melissa discuss lesser-known book treasures for fiber artists with guest Liz Gipson.
Book Club Podcast: What lesser-known treasures do Yarn Barn fiber artists love to share? Susan and Melissa share some of their favorites in weaving, spinning, and knitting. Liz Gipson drops by to talk about one of her books that Susan and Melissa adore. Book-loving crafters generally have a few special titles tucked on the shelf between the major must-have references: a self-published monograph, a slim paperback, or an in-depth look at an esoteric technique. In this episode, Susan Bateman and Melissa Parsons return with more hidden gems from the shelves at Yarn Barn of Kansas. Special guest Liz Gipson also joined us to talk about her own book on choosing yarn. Multishaft Weaving Weaving Designs by Bertha Gray Hayes: Miniature Overshot Patterns by Norma Smayda, Gretchen White, Jody Brown, and Katharine Schelleng This delightful collection of overshot patterns are refreshingly short-repeat and often asymmetrical, a playful and inspiring way to experiment with a traditional structure. Melissa’s so enthusiastic about the book that she loves to introduce it to any weaver. Krokbragd: How to Design & Weave by Debbie Greenlaw Friendly and accessible, this introduction to the colorful…
People in this episode
Hosts: Susan Bateman, Melissa Parsons
Guest: Liz Gipson
Topics covered
- fiber arts
- weaving
- knitting
- book recommendations
- hidden gems
- crafting
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Yarn Barn of Kansas
Books & works: Multishaft Weaving Weaving Designs by Bertha Gray Hayes, Krokbragd: How to Design & Weave by Debbie Greenlaw, Krokbragd: Contemporary Weaving with Colour by Angie Parker
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